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If you have to manage a septic system for a municipality, if you are installing a septic system in a rural area or if you are just curious about septic systems, this blog is dedicated to you. Hi, my name is Debra, and I worked around septic systems for years before going back to uni to study chemistry. I always planned to return to the septic services sector but instead found my calling in pharmaceuticals.
This blog, however, is my chance to dip back into the septic world. I hope the info and ideas here help and inform you. Thank you for reading.

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Septic tanks require pump outs when the solid waste in the tank reaches a certain level relative to the total storage capacity of the tank. It is advised that the solid waste in the septic tank should be pumped out when it is about 30% to 50% of the total storage capacity of the tank. Therefore, it is advised that you hire pump-out services every three to five years. However, if you have more people using the septic tank, chances are you will need to hire pump out services more frequently than most people.

Proper maintenance and regular inspection of your septic tank is critical for the idea performance and prolonged service of the system. Therefore, you must be diligent in performing tasks such as cleaning blocked drainpipes, checking the drain field and pumping out solids. Under ideal circumstances, all maintenance and inspection work should be carried by an experienced professional. The septic tank is a hazardous structure, and lack of experience can lead to serious injury or harm.

If you use a sand filter system for your septic tank, you'll find that the right care and maintenance will help it last for years. In addition to periodic maintenance, knowing how you should use your system without causing damage can make it last longer, reducing the amount you have to spend on repairs.
Know what you can and cannot flush into your septic tank
While some household materials may seem harmless enough to flush, others can cause your tank to clog and disrupt the filter system.

Groundwater can be a nuisance at construction sites. In order for construction to go on effectively, the water has to be taken somewhere, and here is where dewatering comes into play. Dewatering systems or techniques will always vary depending on the situation that's uncovered on the site by an engineering study prior to the start of the construction itself. Unfortunately, dewatering projects may sometimes pose a series of challenges during the construction.

If your home is not connected to a main sewer line, septic tanks have been the traditional way to deal with waste. Now, however, there is a new option—a sewage treatment plant.
These small units rely on aerobic treatment methods. Unfortunately, however, they require more maintenance than traditional septic tanks, and they need electricity to run. However, in some cases, they are simply the best option. Here are three signs you need an aerobic treatment unit, aka a sewage treatment plant.

A septic tank that is maintained properly will last indefinitely. Leaks and blockages could easily lead to water sources and soil being contaminated. The following are some of the things to look out for a smooth and safe septic system flow.
Laundry and water usage
Too much water in the tank can lead to upsetting of the tank's delicate balance. You tank can only handle so much water at a time as it needs time to separate material.

With regular maintenance and proper care, your home's septic tank may last for decades without needing any type of repair or servicing. However, these tanks and the pipes and lines to which they're connected can break down over time, and you may need to call a repairperson as soon as possible. While some signs of needed repair may be obvious, others may be overlooked by homeowners simply because they don't associate certain problems with the septic system.